Backpacker MV
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V . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your lift system requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance. If you do not feel confident in your ability to
perform the maintenance listed below, you may schedule inspection and maintenance at your authorized Pride
Provider. The following areas require periodic inspection and/or care and maintenance. Failure to perform the
required maintenance procedures at the required intervals may void your warranty.
Wiring Harness and Hand Control
The wiring harness should be checked periodically for corrosion and/or decay. Contact your authorized Pride
Provider if the wiring harness needs to be replaced.
Avoid leaving the hand control in areas where it will be exposed to inclement weather or temperature extremes.
Exposure to the elements may cause damage to the hand control.
WARNING! Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible.
Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition.
Lift Platform/Metal Components
Check the lift platform for wear or damage. Contact your authorized Pride Provider for repair or replacement.
The lift platform surface may become slippery if exposed to moisture (ice, snow, rain, mist/spray conditions,
etc.). Use caution when loading/unloading a mobility device in these conditions and wipe off any excess
moisture from the lift platform.
Regularly inspect the metal lift components for scratches. Treat any problem areas with a rust inhibitor or metal
sealant.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE:
Perform prior to daily use
:
Inspect all external electrical connectors for damage and replace if necessary.
Check for damaged or loose hardware. Tighten or replace if necessary.
Perform every 6 months
:
Inspect all mounting hardware for defects and a secure fit. Any loose hardware should be tightened or replaced if
necessary.
Perform every 6 – 12 months
:
Lubricate chains with “general purpose petroleum-based grease.”
Lubricate the truck drive shaft with “petroleum-based anti-seize lubricant” only.
Inspect the base rollers and replace as necessary.
If base rollers were replaced, readjust the elevator bolt for proper alignment of parallel arms.
Inspect chain for proper tension and adjust as necessary.
NOTE: The chain should have 1 in. (2.5 cm) of deflection when the truck is fully extended contacting
the front microswitch.
Perform every 30 months:
Remove and inspect the pivot bolts on the parallel arms and lubricate or replace as necessary.
NOTE: Use only “petroleum-based anti-seize lubricant.”
